Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Knee Replacement Surgery
Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area including Sun Lakes, Maricopa, Ocotillo, Maricopa County and beyond.
Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.
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OVERVIEW
ABOUT KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY
By the time knee replacement comes up, most people have a long backstory. Years of stairs that ache, stiffness after sitting through a movie, injections that worked for a while, a slowly shrinking list of things the knee will allow. Replacement enters the picture when that road runs out, not before.
The surgery resurfaces a joint that's worn to the point of bone grinding on bone, so it can carry weight and move without that constant grind. For someone who's reached that stage, it can hand back walking, sleeping, and ordinary days that arthritis had quietly taken.
What's worth knowing going in is that the operation is the short part. The recovery is months of steady rehab, and the new joint only performs as well as that work allows. At Modern Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, we help you judge whether you're truly at that point, and guide the rehab that shapes your result.
BOOKING APPOINTMENTS
Getting in is easy. Call our office to set up a visit, or fill out the online booking form whenever it works for you. We'll match you with the right provider and get you looked at soon.
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REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT
Pick a time by phone or online. We work around your week and get you in without a long wait.
DIAGNOSE
EXAM & IMAGING
We check how worn the joint is, test your motion and strength, and talk through whether conservative care still has more to offer before surgery.
TREATMENTS
CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM
For those ready for it, we guide the surgical path and the staged rehab that rebuilds motion and strength around the new joint.
FOLLOW UP
WE CALL TO CHECK IN
We track your recovery, advance the plan as you regain strength, and set you up to get back to your activities steadily.
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Testimonials for
The MODERN Approach
At MODERN, we take tremendous pride in making our customers happy above and beyond their expectations. We invite you to read what a few of our customers have to say about their MODERN experience.
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5 Star Reviews
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Surgeries Avoided
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Orthopedic Experts
I highly recommend Modern Physical Therapy in Sun Lakes. Dr. McKenna Brown was my Physical Therapist. She was excellent and when I left, so did the pain I arrived with. Both of her Techs, Laurence and Brayden were great. They all work together like a well oiled machine. It was easy to tell that everyone there, including Jake PT were all good at their jobs. It was always a pleasure to be greeted by Lexi at the front desk. Needless to say I was kind of sorry I had leave but I plan on stopping by to say hello from time to time.
Julie Mitchell
Mesa, AZ Resident
I’ve had such a positive experience here! The entire team is incredibly kind, welcoming, and easy to talk to. They know every patient by name and remember the details of your care. They work together seamlessly to make sure you feel supported, confident, and prepared—both in sessions and at home. They’ve also been super flexible with my work schedule. I was nervous going in based on past PT experiences, but this team completely changed that. Highly recommend!!!!
Sierra Brighton
Phoenix, AZ Resident
With the help of Dr. McKenna Brown and her staff, I was able to regain my mobility and get back to my normal routine. She was patient, understanding, and encouraging, and I always felt like she had my best interests at heart. Jake and all the staff are professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I can’t thank them enough for the amazing care they provided.
JP K
Mesa High Football Coach
What Are You Experiencing?
Most people don’t walk in knowing the exact treatment. They just know something hurts. That’s enough. Use the short form to tell us what’s going on, even if it’s just “my back feels tight” or “this pain won’t leave me alone.” Once we get it, we’ll give you a call and talk through what might be happening and how we can help.
LOW HIGH
SEVERE PAIN
If the pain is so strong you can’t think straight, don’t wait. Call 911 or get to the hospital. Your safety comes first. Once that’s handled, we’ll be here to focus on the next steps with you.
MODERATE PAIN / DISCOMFORT
This kind of pain doesn’t always stop your day, but it makes everything harder. Some describe it as sharp, others say it’s dull and always there. However you explain it, just write it down. We’ll use that to start figuring out what’s going on.
MINOR PAINS & ACHES
Little aches may seem easy to ignore, but they add up. A stiff shoulder in the morning, sore feet after work, or that one spot that acts up every now and then, they matter too. Tell us what you’ve noticed, and we’ll help you get ahead of it.
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Answering Your Questions
Am I too young for a knee replacement?
Age matters less than how worn the joint is and how much it's limiting you. Replacements do wear over many years, so surgeons weigh that with younger patients, but the right time is really about your pain and function, not just a number. We help you sort that out.
Will the new knee feel like my own?
Most people say it feels natural for everyday life, though it's not identical to a healthy young knee. Some notice differences kneeling or with certain deep bends. What people mostly notice is the constant grinding pain being gone, which is the point.
How soon will I be walking after surgery?
Does everyone need the full joint replaced?
No. When the wear is confined to one part of the knee and the rest is healthy, a partial replacement can work, meaning a smaller surgery and often a quicker recovery. Whether it fits depends on your knee, which we look at closely.
What if I'm not ready for surgery yet?
Then we don't rush it. Replacement is elective, so if conservative care still has room to help, that's usually worth exhausting first. We'll be honest about when you've reached the point where surgery makes sense and when you haven't.
"Our goal is to help you solve some of your most painful life experiences."
Josh Adams
MODERN MEDICINE
CEO
Without Advanced Imaging
Your PT
WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
CHOOSING THE MODERN WAY
What separates MODERN SPORTS MEDICINE from just about every other company is our physical therapists and orthopedists utlize advanced imaging technology to enable them to SEE what they are doing. Everyone else is operating blindly.
ADVANCED IMAGING + TREATMENT = MODERN
we TREAT you
like a 200
Million-Dollar
Athlete
so you can get back to
work or play
FASTER.
